Sparks Lake

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Mount Bachelor Reflected in Sparks Lake
Eventually, sunset time rolled around and, although I didn't get the red sky I'd hoped for, at least the water calmed down to a mirror image. I loved the place and would return if ever I was lucky enough to be in Oregon again.
Oregon has to be one of the best states for a landscape photographer in the USA. You can virtually drive on any road and find great vistas and a wide variety of landscapes from deserts and coastal beaches to lush forests and mountain ranges. Sparks Lake near Bend is a great location to catch a view of some of the best known mountains in OR - the 3 sisters and Broken Top. Although there weren't any clouds on this day to create a dramatic sunrise, it was still a wonderful experience to stand by the lake in the morning cold and take in the unfolding scene as the rising sun warmed the peaks and caused the mist to disperse from over the lake surface. There's tons of hiking trails nearby, some that even take you to the summit of a couple of the mountains. This is one location I will definitely be returning to in the near future. Thank you for stopping by. #goldenhour #OR #USA #Oregon #SparksLake #Lake #Sunrise #Dawn #colorful #waterlust #weekend #hiking #roadtrip #blue #bestof5

Popular places to visit

Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort as well as children

Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort

4.5/5(170 reviews)

Plummet down steep slopes at this popular Oregon skiing location. Marvel at the breathtaking scenery of the pine-covered Cascade Mountains.

Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort
Mt. Bachelor, Sunriver, Oregon

Mt Bachelor

4.5/5(155 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt Bachelor during your travels in La Pine. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Mt Bachelor
This gorgeous waterfall is in the high desert near Bend, Oregon. Well worth the dusty road that confuses a GPS.

Tumalo Falls

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Tumalo Falls and enjoy the biking trails in La Pine. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Tumalo Falls
Deschutes National Forest showing forest scenes and a river or creek

Deschutes National Forest

4.5/5(343 reviews)

Find out why the natural wonderland that runs along Oregon’s iconic Cascade Mountains attracts over 8 million nature-loving visitors each year.

Deschutes National Forest
Boat Ramp at Blue Mountain Lake - A long wooden boat ramp extending onto a blue mountain lake under Spring blue sky and white clouds. Crane Prairie Reservoir, Bend, Oregon, USA.

Crane Prairie Reservoir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Crane Prairie Reservoir during your travels in La Pine. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Crane Prairie Reservoir
Beautiful river hike.

Benham Falls Trailhead

Enjoy a trip to Benham Falls Trailhead and popular activities like biking in Bend. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront, or seek out the golf courses.

Benham Falls Trailhead

Best Lodging Options Near Sparks Lake

Spectacular Luxury Lodge Home w/Hot Tub, Sauna on Private Lake Sleeps 16-20 Bend

Spectacular Luxury Lodge Home w/Hot Tub, Sauna on Private Lake Sleeps 16-20 Bend

Bend OR
Spectacular Luxury Lodge Home w/Hot Tub, Sauna on Private Lake Sleeps 16-20 Bend
Sunriver Resort

Sunriver Resort

4 out of 5
17600 Center Drive Bend OR
Sunriver Resort
Charming 3-bedroom Sunriver house with WiFi, AC hot tub, bikes, kayak, grill

Charming 3-bedroom Sunriver house with WiFi, AC hot tub, bikes, kayak, grill

Sunriver OR
Charming 3-bedroom Sunriver house with WiFi, AC hot tub, bikes, kayak, grill
4 Umpqua - Sunny Sunriver! Hot Tub, AC, SHARC, Amazing Location!

4 Umpqua - Sunny Sunriver! Hot Tub, AC, SHARC, Amazing Location!

Bend OR
4 Umpqua - Sunny Sunriver! Hot Tub, AC, SHARC, Amazing Location!
The Pines at Sunriver

The Pines at Sunriver

3 out of 5
17655 Pinnacle Lane Bend OR
The Pines at Sunriver
Riverhouse Lodge

Riverhouse Lodge

3.5 out of 5
3075 N. Business 97 Bend OR
Riverhouse Lodge
Spacious 7BR Getaway, Golf View & Waterpark

Spacious 7BR Getaway, Golf View & Waterpark

Sunriver OR
Spacious 7BR Getaway, Golf View & Waterpark
5 Primary Suites, Hot Tub, SHARC, A/C, Steps to Village & SHARC!

5 Primary Suites, Hot Tub, SHARC, A/C, Steps to Village & SHARC!

Sunriver OR
5 Primary Suites, Hot Tub, SHARC, A/C, Steps to Village & SHARC!
8 Leisure - Light & Bright Home, Hot Tub, Quiet Area Close to SHARC + Passes Included

8 Leisure - Light & Bright Home, Hot Tub, Quiet Area Close to SHARC + Passes Included

Sunriver OR
8 Leisure - Light & Bright Home, Hot Tub, Quiet Area Close to SHARC + Passes Included
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